IMD Issues Red Alert: Rain, Snowfall Wreak Havoc, Disrupt Traffic Across North India

• Heavy rain and snowfall continue in hilly regions, severely impacting daily life and causing widespread disruptions.
• IMD has issued a red alert for several states and hilly areas, forecasting heavy rain and thunderstorms in 24 districts of UP.
• Western Disturbances are causing scattered rain and snowfall in Western Himalayan regions (J&K, Ladakh, Himachal, Uttarakhand) on Feb 3-4, 2026.
• Dense fog warnings issued for Punjab, Haryana, northern MP, UP, and Delhi, affecting road and rail traffic.
• Road closures due to snow, train/flight delays due to rain/fog, and intensified cold wave with temperatures below 5-10 degrees are reported.

Why It Matters: North India faces severe weather with rain, snow, and fog, leading to widespread disruptions and IMD alerts.